How to Train Your Dragon
Book • 2017
Read the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films!
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup's father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero.
In the first How to Train Your Dragon book Hiccup must lead ten novices in their initiation into the Hairy Hooligan Tribe. They have to train their dragons or be BANISHED from the tribe FOR EVER!
But what if Hiccup's dragon resembles an ickle brown bunny with wings? And has NO TEETH? The Seadragonus Giganticus Maximus is stirring and wants to devour every Viking on the Isle of Berk . . .
Can Hiccup save the tribe - and become a Hero?
How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.
How to Train Your Dragon
Book • 2017
Read the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films!
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup's father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero.
In the first How to Train Your Dragon book Hiccup must lead ten novices in their initiation into the Hairy Hooligan Tribe. They have to train their dragons or be BANISHED from the tribe FOR EVER!
But what if Hiccup's dragon resembles an ickle brown bunny with wings? And has NO TEETH? The Seadragonus Giganticus Maximus is stirring and wants to devour every Viking on the Isle of Berk . . .
Can Hiccup save the tribe - and become a Hero?
How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.
Bara says...
Ages 7+, but every child is different
The themes of social pressure, tribal conflict, and physical peril are best suited for school-aged children. Younger viewers may find the high-stakes dragon battles and intense creature designs overwhelming.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
There is no romantic or sexual content in this film. The story focuses entirely on friendship, adventure, and the relationship between humans and dragons.
Violence & Gore
The film features stylized dragon-versus-viking battles and high-flying action sequences. While there is plenty of peril, injuries are generally non-graphic and the violence is appropriate for an adventure-fantasy film.
Profanity
The dialogue is entirely free of profanity and inappropriate language. It is suitable for all ages.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are no depictions of alcohol, drugs, or smoking throughout the movie.
Frightening Scenes
There are scenes involving large, menacing creatures and intense fire-breathing sequences that may startle younger or more sensitive children. However, these moments are balanced by humor and heartwarming resolutions.
Key Insights
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This story teaches that you don't have to follow the crowd to be a hero and that kindness toward those you're told to fear can change the world.
Content Warnings
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What Parents Need to Know
Contains stylized fantasy action and battle sequences between dragons and humans; no gore or realistic violence is noted. The narrative centers on overcoming fear and questioning authority.
What Kids Can Learn
Children gain awareness of how to question inherited biases and the importance of finding unique solutions to long-standing problems.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
Offers sophisticated storytelling and character arcs that reward viewers who appreciate personal growth and subverted hero tropes.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
Focuses on the power of empathy, challenging traditional expectations through non-violence, and proving that intelligence and compassion are superior to raw strength.
Positive Role Models
Hiccup serves as an exceptional model for perseverance and independent thinking, demonstrating that being different is a strength rather than a social liability.
Diverse Representations
No specific diversity indicated in available information regarding ethnicity or culture; focus remains on fantasy-based character archetypes.
Educational Value
Encourages students to think critically about societal norms and explores the value of scientific curiosity and problem-solving under pressure.
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